How To Fix /CFG/BCLM136 - Parent ID is &1, Context &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CFG/BCLM -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Parent ID is &1, Context &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CFG/BCLM136 - Parent ID is &1, Context &2 ?

  The SAP error message /CFG/BCLM136 Parent ID is &1, Context &2 typically relates to issues in the Business Configuration (BC) layer, particularly in the context of Business Configuration Management (BCM) or Business Configuration Workbench (BCW). This error indicates that there is a problem with the parent-child relationship of configuration objects.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parent ID: The specified Parent ID (&1) does not exist in the system, which means that the system cannot find the context or the parent object that is supposed to be linked to the current configuration.
  Incorrect Context: The context specified (&2) may not be valid or may not correspond to the expected configuration structure.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration data, such as missing entries or incorrect relationships between configuration objects.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing or incomplete data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Parent ID: Check if the Parent ID specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area and searching for the Parent ID.
  Check Context Validity: Ensure that the context specified is correct and corresponds to the expected configuration. You may need to refer to documentation or configuration guides to confirm this.
  Review Configuration Data: Look for any inconsistencies in the configuration data. This may involve checking related configuration objects and ensuring that all necessary entries are present and correctly linked.
  Recreate Missing Entries: If the Parent ID is missing, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if available.
  Transport Validation: If the issue arose after a transport, validate the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly imported into the target system.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the configuration settings) or SCC1 (to perform client copy) to investigate further.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community forums can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation related to Business Configuration Management for detailed guidance on configuration structures and relationships.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.